What question did this study set out to answer?

This analysis aims to identify delays in the time taken from CT to CT-angiography in acute ischaemic stroke patients and explore potential improvements.

March 19, 2026Open Access

CT to CT-Angiography Time–an easy target for acute stroke pathway improvement: A Retrospective Analysis of Time from CT to CT-Angiography in Thrombectomy for Ischaemic Stroke

Key Points

This analysis aims to identify delays in the time taken from CT to CT-angiography in acute ischaemic stroke patients and explore potential improvements.
Conducted a retrospective analysis of CT and CT-angiography times at stroke centers
Assessed adherence to established time benchmarks
Identified barriers to timely imaging and treatment
Found significant delays in the transition from CT to CT-angiography
Identified modifiable barriers affecting imaging timelines
Highlighted the need for improved imaging protocols to enhance treatment outcomes

Abstract

This study is the first to systematically assess CT-CTA time adherence across PSCs and it reveals substantial delays and modifiable barriers. It provides actionable insights for optimising stroke imaging protocols, reinforcing the need for integrated workflows to enhance MT accessibility and outcomes.

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Sarnecki et al. (Mon,) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69bb92df496e729e629807bb https://doi.org/https://doi.org/10.1093/bjr/tqag061

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